A good sharp knife is used to shape a food product and reduce its size. Having the same size and shape ensures even cooking. Items are shaped by slicing, chopping, dicing, mincing and other special cutting techniques.
If the economy has you watching your food budget a little more closely these days, casseroles are a good solution. Casseroles economically allow you to feed your family several ingredients for less money. They are often healthy, easy, quick and always tasty. Try these casseroles soon: Chinese-Style Tuna Casserole, which can also be made with canned chicken, and Biscuit Topped Vegetable Beef Casserole. Serve your casserole with a salad, steamed broccoli or other vegetable for a complete meal.